The Croydon Planning Sub-Committee met on Thursday 2 July 2026 to discuss two planning applications.

Boulevard Point, 15 Scarbrook Road

The committee considered a proposal to create a new one-bedroom residential flat within the existing Boulevard Point building. The application, which had received 14 objections from neighbours, was reported to the committee due to the number of objections and the fact that the applicant was a ward councillor.

Concerns raised by objectors included the impact on the building's character, potential overdevelopment, restricted access, and the quality of accommodation. Neighbours also cited issues with the existing building's management, maintenance, and fire safety. Officers noted that while these concerns were reviewed, many related to the existing building and were not material planning considerations for the new flat.

The committee discussed the design, including the proposed perforated metal balcony screening, and the quality of the proposed accommodation, which was found to meet national space standards. Fire safety was also a key consideration, with officers confirming that the proposal addressed previous concerns raised in an earlier refused application.

Ultimately, the committee resolved to grant planning permission, subject to a Section 106 legal agreement to secure a financial contribution, restrictions on parking permits, and car club membership. Conditions were also imposed regarding construction logistics, external materials, sound insulation, and fire safety.

319 Whitehorse Road, Croydon CR0 2HR

The sub-committee also considered an application for a change of use from a rear storage area of a hot food takeaway to a studio flat at 319 Whitehorse Road. This application was brought to the committee because the applicant, Councillor Humayun Kabir, is a member of the committee.

The proposal was submitted under the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO), meaning that if specific criteria were met, planning permission was automatically granted. Officers confirmed that the proposal met all the necessary criteria, including the size of the unit, the absence of extensions, and the fact that the building was not in a designated area.

The committee discussed the transport and highway impacts, contamination risks, and flooding risks. Officers confirmed that the site had moderate access to public transport and that the proposed car-free development was acceptable. Cycle storage and refuse collection arrangements were also deemed satisfactory. The flood risk assessment was reviewed, and mitigation measures were noted.

The design and external appearance were considered acceptable as the changes were internal and not visible from the main street. The provision of natural daylight and compliance with national space standards were also confirmed.

The committee resolved to grant planning permission, subject to a Section 106 agreement for sustainable transport contributions and parking permit restrictions, and a number of conditions relating to cycle storage, fire safety, and flood risk assessment.